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Low Voltage Compensation and Filtering Products

Low voltage products for better power quality and improved network efciency.
Alstom Grid compensation equipment helps customers improve performance through energy savings and better power quality. With our products and solutions, customers save money and reduce the environmental impact of their operations.
Applications
Improving power quality and power factor correction

Low voltage Compensation and Filtering Products Why do we need Power Compensation N-series low voltage capacitor units L1 and L2-series low voltage capacitor units Electronic discharge devices

Alstom Grid products

Typical customers

Active filters Thyristor swiched capacitor banks

Windparks Companies with welding machinery Companies with lifts Companies with fast variable loads

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Power factor correction with fast variable loads, such as harbor cranes and lifts

Harbor cranes Premises with lifts Machine builders

XKIB iron core blocking reactors Wall mounted automatic capacitor bank Fixed detuned filter capacitor banks DW-series detuned filter capacitor banks D-series detuned filter capacitor banks Third harmonic filter capacitor banks F-series harmonic filter capacitor banks DT-series thyristor switched capacitor banks MaxSine active filters Power factor controllers N-6, N-12 and NC-12

Improving the power factor and power quality

Harmonic filter capacitor banks

Commercial premises Industries of all kinds Greenhouses Contractors Commercial premises Industries of all kinds Contractors

Power factor correction in distorted networks

Detuned filter capacitor banks

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Customer Benefits Reduce harmonics Compact solutions Lower losses Improved Power Quality Money saving

Reactive power compensation in low voltage networks without harmonics

Automatic capacitor banks

Commercial premises Industries of all kinds Power utilities Contractors

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All types of capacitor banks

Low voltage capacitor units Electronic discharge devices XKIB iron core blocking reactors Power factor controllers

Panel builders LV switchboard manufacturers

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Alstom Grid compensation equipment - a wide range of products and one-off solutions at low voltage levels. We analyze your needs and engineer the right solutions for optimal efficiency and economy.

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Why do we need Power Compensation ?


Power factor correction
Connected equipment (transformers, motors, air-conditioning, refrigerators, etc.) cause a phase angle between current and voltage. When the current is phase-shifted, it takes more current to deliver the same amount of active power. Current should be like this...
1,5 1 0,5 0 -0,5 -1 -1,5 (maximum active power) 1,5 1 0,5 0 -0,5 -1 -1,5

but are like that.


(deteriorated active power)

IMPACT of reactive power


Transmission equipment has to be sized for the apparent power, yet only active power is useful Increased losses in the network You pay for apparent power but use active power (higher electricity bill) Penalty fees to customers with a low power factor (example < 0.95)

WHO
Voltage Current

Voltage

Current

Active Power Apparent Power

Active Power

Power consumers, network operators, power supplies, power industry, hospitals, offices, public buildings, factories

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Power factor = Active power / Apparent power

Apparent Power
Dephasing between current and voltage decreases the active power (only the active power is converted into useful mechanical power).

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SOLUTION
The power factor of a facility can be improved by installing capacitor banks

Harmonic filtering
Variable speed drives (process industries, lifts, air conditioning pumps, etc.), uninterruptible power supplies for computers, electronic equipment, etc. distort the current (introduce harmonics). Impact of harmonics on transmission / distribution equipment
Additional losses (paid for by the end user) Heating in power cables Audible noise (transformers) Penalty fees to customers with a low power factor (example < 0.95)

Voltage and current should be like this...


Current (Amps) Current (Amps)

but are like that.

Time (ms)

Time (ms) Current oscillogram before filtration

WHO
Power consumers, network operators, power supplies, power industry

Impact of harmonics on equipment connected


Decreased machine efficiency Costly process shutdowns Disturbed electronic equipment (computers, telephones)

SOLUTION
Harmonics can be filtered through a combination of reactors and capacitors (passive filtering) or by injecting the exact opposite of the harmonics detected (active filter) into the network.

Power compensation brings


ECONOMIC BENEFITS
Saving the costs of reactive power Additional savings through reduced active power losses Reduction in investment cost

ENVIRONMENTAL BENEFITS
Reduced CO2 emissions Customers see environmental benefits through energy savings and more efficient power systems.

Return on investment is generally below 18 months

By saving millions of tons of CO2, power compensation makes an active contribution to protecting the environment

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N-series low voltage capacitor units


Product features
Capacitor elements made of metallized polypropylene film are selfhealing and dry without impregnation liquid. Each capacitor element is individually protected with patented internal fuse protection. Capacitors have low losses, and are constructed to be compact size and light in weight. The low voltage power capacitors comply with most national and international standards. Standard series, for 50 Hz or 60 Hz frequencies, are available for the following voltages: 220, 230, 240, 380, 400, 415, 440, 480, 525, 600, 660 and 690 V. Other voltages up to 1000 V are available on request.

Applications
All kinds of capacitor banks Technical data

Typical Alstom Grid customers


Panel builders LV switchboard manufacturers

Rated voltage Rated frequency Insulation level Power losses Continuous overvoltage

200 V to 1000 V 50 Hz or 60 Hz 4 kV rms/12 kV crest 0.5 W/kvar 1.1 x UN 1.3 x IN indoor IP42 -40 C to + 55 C + 45 C + 35 C 2.5 to 5 kg RAL7032 IEC 60831 - 1&2

Customer advantages
Low losses Compact size Light in weight Self-healing Easy-to-install components

Continuous overcurrent Mounting arrangement Enclosure IP class Temperature class Average 24h: Average 1 year: Weight Color Standards

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L1 and L2-series low voltage capacitor units


Product features
Capacitor elements made of metallized polypropylene film are self-healing and dry without impregnation liquid. Each capacitor element is individually protected with patented internal fuse protection. Capacitors come with internal discharge resistors up to 690 V (3min. 75 V) and terminal boxes (IP42) or without terminal box (IP00). Electronic discharge devices up to 550 V are available. Standard series, for 50 Hz or 60 Hz frequencies, are available for the following voltages: 220, 230, 240, 380, 400, 415, 440, 480, 525, 600, 660 and 690 V. Other voltages up to 1000 V are available on request.

Applications
All kinds of capacitor banks Technical data
Rated voltage Rated frequency Rated power Output Capacitance tolerance Insulation level Continuous overvoltage Continuous overcurrent Power losses Mounting arrangement Enclosure IP class Temperature class Container Weight Color Standards 200 V to 1000 V 50 Hz or 60 Hz 2.5 to 125 kvar 3- or 1-phase applications - 5 to +10% 4.1 kV ( 690 V) or 5 kV (> 690 to 1000 V) 1.1 x UN 1.3 x IN 0.4 W/kvar (with discharge resistors) indoor IP00 or IP42 - 40 C as standard (- 5/D on request) Painted steel container 2.8 to 25 kg RAL7032 (light grey) IEC 60831 - 1&2

Typical Alstom Grid customers


Panel builders LV switchboard manufacturers

Customer advantages
Easy and robust cable termination Internal discharge resistors Simple, safe and solid construction Self-healing Easy-to-install components

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Electronic discharge devices


Product features
Connection through 3-phase diode bridge When a capacitor is connected to AC then a discharge circuit is in very high resistance mode When the AC supply is switched off then a discharge circuit is supplied by DC and automatically set to discharge mode, discharging through the power resistor If AC is reconnected before discharging is completed, discharging is automatically stopped and the discharge circuit returns to a very high resistance mode

Applications
Fast discharge in low voltage capacitor units up to 550 V

Typical Alstom Grid customers


Panel builders LV switchboard manufacturers Technical data
Rated voltage 200 V to 550 V 50 Hz or 60 Hz indoor 102 x 12 x 32 mm 50 g RAL7032 (light grey) Rated frequency Mounting arrangement Dimensions (wxdxh) Weight Color

Customer advantages
Compact Light Faster than traditional discharge resistors Saves energy, no loss of power Compatible with any LV capacitor units Reliable Patented

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XKIB iron core blocking reactors


Product features
Energy needs to be saved everywhere. Better electrical efficiency comes from modern technology, frequency converters, uninterruptible power supplies and other power electronic devices. The main concern is harmonic currents in the supply system. Given the pressure to compensate reactive power, harmonics may cause resonance with the supplying transformer and capacitors. The solution is to install blocking reactors in series with capacitors. The detuned system design keeps the tuning frequency below the lowest harmonic in the system. Reactive power at the fundamental frequency is possible, with no risk of resonance.

Applications
All types of detuned capacitor banks Technical data
Rated voltage Rated frequency Rated power Inductance tolerance Tuning frequency Insulation level Mounting arrangement Enclosure IP class Temperature category Standards 200 V to 690 V 50 Hz or 60 Hz 5 to 75 kvar 3% 6, 7, 13 or 14% 3 kV indoor IP00, vertical position F IEC 60289

Typical Alstom Grid customers


Panel builders LV switchboard manufacturers

Customer advantages
XKIB iron core blocking reactors are designed to work together with our capacitor banks, resulting in a number of advantages Optimized size, weight and losses (MultiCap design) Long operating time (high quality insulation and tested temperature rise) Optimized compensation result (adjusted tuning frequency and high linearity) Easy-to-install components

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Wall mounted automatic capacitor banks


Product features
Automatic capacitor banks are used for centralized power factor correction at the main and sub distribution boards. Power factor correction means that reactive power charges imposed by electricity utilities can be avoided. Automatic capacitor banks consist of steps controlled by a reactive power controller, which ensures that the required reactive power is always connected to the system. In Alstom Grids wall-mounted automatic capacitor banks, all components (capacitor units, contactors and fuses) are built into a compact steel case. This makes installation easy. Capacitor banks can also be easily extended if necessary. Extension is allowed within the limits of the cabling recommendations.

Applications
Reactive power compensation in low voltage networks without harmonics Centralized Usually connected into the main board or sub board Technical data
Rated voltage Rated frequency Rated power Number of steps Capacitance tolerance Tuning frequency Insulation level Continuous overvoltage Continuous overcurrent Power losses Mounting arrangement Enclosure IP class Temperature class Average 24h: Average 1 year: Dimensions (wxdxh) Weight Color Standards 400 V to 690 V 50 Hz or 60 Hz 15 to 100 kvar 1 to 5 - 5% /+ 10% 3 kV 1.1 x UN 1.3 x IN < 1.3 W indoor IP30

Typical Alstom Grid customers


Small commercial premises Small industries of all kinds Power utilities Contractors

Customer advantages
Small space requirement 600 x 300 x 1000 mm (wxdxh) Wide range of cable connections Expandability

0 C to + 40 C + 30 C + 20 C
600 x 300 x 1000 mm 45 to 65 kg RAL7032 (light grey) IEC 60831 - 1&2, EN 60439 - 1

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Fixed detuned lter capacitor banks


Product features
Power transmission and distribution networks are designed to operate with sinusoidal voltage and current having a constant frequency. However, there are a number of non-linear loads, such as thyristor drives and converters, that generate harmonics on the network, causing distortion in the voltage and current waveforms. The natural frequency in the resonant circuit formed by the capacitance of the power capacitor and the network inductance may match a harmonic frequency. If there is a harmonic current source for that particular harmonic frequency in the network, the harmonic current of this frequency may reach values as high as 20 times the normal level. The voltage and current waveforms are distorted due to the amplified harmonics caused by the resonance. This leads to further current and voltage distortions. Power factor correction by conventional capacitors is not possible in systems affected by harmonics. Technical data
Rated voltage Rated frequency Rated power DFC 0607-series Rated power DFL 0611-series Rated power DFL 0612-series Tuning frequency Insulation level Continuous overvoltage Harmonic dimensioning Mounting arrangement Enclosure IP class Temperature class Average 24h: Average 1 year: Dimensions (wxdxh) Weight Color Standards 400 V to 690 V 50 Hz or 60 Hz 50 kvar 50 to 100 kvar 100 to 150 kvar 7% or 12.6% (other frequencies on request) 3 kV 1.1 x UN according to IEC 1000 - 2 - 2 indoor IP32 0 C to + 40 C + 35 C + 25 C DFC 560 x 475 x 660 mm DFL 600 x 600 x 1100 mm or 1200 mm DFC 83 kg, DFL 200 kg RAL7032 (light grey) IEC 60831 - 1&2, EN 60439 - 1

Applications
Compensation of the reactive power in individual, standard-power loads or groups of loads in networks affected by harmonics Used to compensate stable reactive power in the networks affected by harmonic Usually connected in parallel with the load switching on and off simultaneously with the load

Typical Alstom Grid customers


Industries of all kinds Contractors

Customer advantages
Small and robust construction Low losses For individual loads IN-OUT (passing) cabling

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DW-series detuned lter capacitor banks


Product features
Alstom Grid DW-series automatic capacitor banks with blocking reactors are intended for power factor correction in systems where harmonic distortion is present. The new modular and compact design saves space and is available with options for wall or floor monting. The DW-series is available in two variants, standard and extendable. The extendable type includes space for fast and easy increase of the output of the c-bank. Reactive power compensation is controlled with the N-6 high performance reactive power controller. Power factor correction by means of conventional capacitor banks is not possible in systems affected by harmonics. This is because the harmonic currents are amplified in the parallel resonant circuit formed by the capacitor and the network. As a result, current and voltage distortion are further increased. Wall or floor mounted detuned filter capacitor banks are manufactured for 400 V/50 Hz networks with 141 Hz and 189 Hz tuning frequencies. Other configurations are available to order.

Applications
Power factor correction in distorted networks Technical data
Rated voltage Rated frequency 400 V to 690 V 50 Hz or 60 Hz 15 to 75 kvar 3 to 4 7% or 12.6% 3 kV 1.1 x UN according to IEC 1000 - 2 - 2 indoor, on floor or wall IP20C 0 C to + 40 C + 35 C + 25 C 750 x 320 x 1200 mm 80 to 130 kg RAL7032 (light grey) IEC 60831 - 1&2, EN 60439 - 1

Typical Alstom Grid customers


All kinds of commercial buildings Small industries Contractors

Rated power Number of steps Tuning frequency Insulation level Continuous overvoltage Harmonic dimensioning Mounting arrangement Enclosure IP class Temperature class Average 24h: Average 1 year: Dimensions (wxdxh) Weight Color Standards

Customer advantages
Compact Wall or floor mounting Optimized for small steps/outputs

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D-series detuned lter capacitor banks


Product features
Power transmission and distribution systems are designed to operate with sinusoidal voltage and current having a constant frequency. When non-linear loads such as thyristor drives and converters are connected to the system, harmonics are generated, causing voltage and current distortion. Capacitor capacitance and network inductances may form a parallel resonant circuit, where harmonic currents may be as much as 20 times the normal level. Should the natural frequency of the resonant circuit match an existing harmonic frequency, the current distortion caused by resonance leads to further voltage distortion. Power factor correction by means of conventional capacitors is not possible in systems affected by harmonics. In systems where harmonics are present, power factor correction should be done with detuned filters. These consist of capacitors and reactors connected in series, capable of compensating reactive power at fundamental frequency without amplifying the harmonics. Technical data

Applications
Power factor correction in distorted networks Centralized compensation Used in networks affected by harmonics Detuned filter is usually connected into the main board or sub board

Rated voltage Rated frequency Rated power Number of steps per cubicle Tuning frequency Insulation level

400 V to 690 V 50 Hz or 60 Hz 45 to 450 kvar 3 to 7 7% or 12.6% (other frequencies on request) 3 kV 1.1 x UN according to IEC 1000 - 2 - 2 indoor IP20C 0 C to + 40 C + 35 C + 25 C 600 x 600 x 1800 mm 800 x 600 x 1800 mm 1000 x 600 x 1800 mm 1200 x 600 x 1800 mm 180 to 610 kg RAL7032 (light grey) IEC 60831 - 1&2, EN 60439 - 1

Typical Alstom Grid customers


Commercial premises of all kinds Industries of all kinds Contractors

Continuous overvoltage Harmonic dimensioning Mounting arrangement Enclosure IP class Temperature class Average 24h: Average 1 year: Dimensions (wxdxh) (option height 2000 mm) (option height 2000 mm) (option height 2000 mm) Weight Color Standards

Customer advantages
Low losses Modular, clear construction Extendability

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Third harmonic lter capacitor banks


Product features
Harmonic filters are usually designed on a case-by-case basis according to the dimensions and assembled from standard components. This guarantees the best reactive power compensation and harmonic filtering with reasonable investment costs. Computers and other loads with SMPS (Switch Mode Power Supply) generate third harmonic current. This causes problems to all loads and networks. All harmonic currents cause both current and voltage distortion. In addition, third harmonic currents accumulate in the neutral wire, increasing the risk of overloading and causing the magnetic field to have the frequency of 150 Hz or 180 Hz. By filtering the third harmonic out of the network these problems can be totally eliminated.

Applications
Improving power quality Power factor correction

Typical Alstom Grid customers


Commercial premises of all kinds Greenhouses Contractors Technical data
Type Nominal Voltage Fundamental frequency Reactive Power Mounting arrangement Enclosure IP class Temperature class Average 24h: Average 1 year: Dimensions (wxdxh) Weight Color Standards

Customer advantages
Reduces 3rd harmonic current in both phases and neutral Nokian Capacitors Ltd. patented capacitor/reactor series connection

3HF50/40050/150108/770816 3HF35/40050/150127/1160816 3HF15/40050/15050/440812S


400 V 50/60 Hz 50 kvar indoor, on floor IP20C 0 C to + 40 C + 35 C + 25 C 800 x 600 x 1600 mm 300 kg RAL7032 (light grey) IEC 60831 - 1&2, EN 60439 - 1 400 V 50/60 Hz 35 kvar 116/348 A indoor, on floor IP20C 0 C to + 40 C + 35 C + 25 C 800 x 600 x 1600 mm 310 kg RAL7032 (light grey) IEC 60831 - 1&2, EN 60439 - 1 400 V 50/60 Hz 15 kvar 44/132 A indoor, on wall IP20C 0 C to + 40 C + 35 C + 25 C 750 x 320 x 1200 mm 130 kg RAL7032 (light grey) IEC 60831 - 1&2, EN 60439 - 1

3rd harmonic current phase/neutral 77/230 A

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F-series harmonic lter capacitor banks


Product features
Power transmission and distribution systems are designed for operation with sinusoidal voltage and current waveforms at a constant frequency. However, when non-linear loads such as thyristor drives, converters and arc furnaces are connected to the system, excessive harmonic currents are generated, causing both current and voltage distortion. Harmonic filters can be operated in the same way as automatic capacitor banks: they are controlled by means of a power factor controller according to reactive power requirements. Harmonic filters are custom designed for each application using standard components. This ensures that the best possible power factor correction and filtering characteristics are achieved with a reasonable investment.

Applications
Improving power quality and power factor correction Used to filter harmonics Usually connected into the main or sub board Technical data

Typical Alstom Grid customers


Commercial premises of all kinds Industries of all kinds Contractors

Rated voltage Fundamental frequency Filter tuned to Reactive power per cubicle Insulation level Mounting arrangement

750 V 50 Hz or 60 Hz 5th, 7th, 11th or 13th order of harmonics 60 to 300 kvar 3 kV indoor IP20C 0 C to + 40 C + 35 C + 25 C 600 x 600 x 2000 mm 800 x 600 x 2000 mm 180 to 500 kg RAL7032 (light grey) IEC 60831 - 1&2, EN 60439 - 1

Customer advantages
Filter system for 5 , 7 , 11 and 13 harmonics controlled by power factor controller Reduced harmonics Customized for your network Improves the quality of the electricity
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Enclosure IP class Temperature class Average 24h: Average 1 year: Dimensions (wxdxh) Weight Color Standards

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DT-series thyristor switched capacitor banks


Product features
Thyristor switched capacitor banks with high-speed switching capability are designed to support the supply voltage of distribution systems and to correct the power factor of connected loads. Thyristor switches do not suffer from mechanical wear, operate without noise, and are capable of practically transient-free switching. For power factor correction with minimal delay, control signals can be transmitted to the control system of the capacitor bank straight from the loads.

Applications
For power factor correction where there are fast variable loads, such as harbor cranes and lifts

Typical Alstom Grid customers


Harbors Companies with welding machines Companies with lifts Machine builders Technical data
Rated voltage Rated frequency Rated power Number of steps Tuning frequency Insulation level Continuous overvoltage Harmonic dimensioning Mounting arrangement Enclosure IP class Temperature class Average 24h: Average 1 year: Dimensions (wxdxh) Weight Color Standards 400 V to 690 V 50 Hz or 60 Hz 50 to 450 kvar 2 to 12 7% or 12.6% (other frequencies on request) 2.5 kV 1.1 x UN according to IEC 1000 - 2 - 2 indoor IP20C 0 C to + 40 C + 35 C + 25 C 1000 x 600 x 2000 mm 1200 x 600 x 2000 mm 250 to 700 kg RAL7032 (light grey) IEC 60831 - 1&2, EN 60439 - 1

Customer advantages
Small dimensions Fast response time Extendability Low switching transient reduction Supports the supply voltage of the distribution system and corrects the power factor of connected loads Does not cause transient during switching operations Control by the reactive power of the network (response time < 20 ms) Control signal can also be taken directly from the load to be compensated

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MaxSine active harmonic lters


Product features
The most effective way to eliminate harmonics is MaxSine active harmonic filter.

Applications
Improving power quality and power factor correction in real time

Typical Alstom Grid customers


Hospitals Companies with fast-changing loads (welding machines, lifts) Windparks All users with fast variable loads

Customer advantages
Harmonic filtering Power factor correction Flicker compensation/active peak leveling Real time filtering and compensation Filters all harmonics up to 50 Network impedance does not affect the filtering result

Technical data
MaxSine Type MaxSine 50A-3L MaxSine 100A-3L MaxSine 400A-3L MaxSine 100A-4Lx1 Rated output at 400 V (kVA) 35 70 280 70 Line current L1, L2, L3 (A) 50 100 400 100 Neutral current N (A) 100 (kg) 150 240 900 350 (mm) 600 600 1200 600 (mm) 500 500 800 500 (mm) 1200 1900 2100 2100 Weight Width Depth Height

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Power factor controllers N-6, N-12 and NC-12


Product features
Alstom Grid power factor controllers provide your network with efficient reactive power compensation, measurement and supervision.

Improved user-friendliness and condition monitoring


Improved user-friendliness due to multilingual user interface, clear text and symbol messages, graphics, alarm log and communication. Alstom Grids power factor controller offers advanced condition monitoring for your network as well as for the capacitor bank. The supervision and condition monitoring functions add to the simplified programming with intelligent self set-up to ensure optimal use of the reactive power compensation system.

Applications
Automatic power thyristor control of low and medium voltage capacitor banks (tuned, detuned and conventional) N-6 & N-12
Maximum 6 or 12 capacitor steps Microprosessor-based technology C/K auto search Accuracy class 2.5% Ambient temperature 0 to + 60 C Protection class IP41 at panel and IP20 DIN-rail installation

Typical Alstom Grid customers


Panel builders LV switchboard manufacturers

Customer advantages
Optimized user interface for easy operation Intelligent stepping algorithm for optimum step utilization and fast response All traditional stepping sequences also availabe Quick and simple mounting and wiring Intensive to current transformer polarity and phase sequence Monitoring and protection User-friendly Several language versions Robust constructions Various step programs

Measurements; cos, P, Q, S, THD(U), temperature

NC-12
Maximum 12 capacitor steps Microprosessor-based technology C/K auto search Measures / Alarms of UTHD Separate C/K setting for inductive and capacitive side Accuracy class 1.5% Ambient temperature 0 to + 60 C Protection class IP41 at panel and IP20 DIN-rail installation Measurements; cos, Ip, Iq, Irms/I1, P, Q, S,THD(U), harmonics Communication RS485/modbus via optional auxiliaries

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NCM-20 digital capacitance meters


Product features
Capacitance meter NCM-20 is designed to measure capacitor units in a capacitor bank without removing any connecting wire between capacitor units. This measurement is used to locate capacitor units with blown fuses. NCM-20 has 3 capacitance ranges and a 3 -digit display. Thus it is possible to achieve a 0.05% resolution between 1 and 2000 F. NCM-20 has two voltage clips by which the test current is supplied to the bank. The voltage output is short-circuit proof. The current in each capacitor unit is measured with a current clamp. The capacitance of the unit is shown on the digital display in microfarads. Thus the measurement is made very rapidly without any manual balancing procedure.

Applications
Service and maintenance

Technical data
Range Display 2000 F (0 to 1999 F) s F (0 to 199.9 F) 20 F (0 to 19.99 F) 2000 F max. 111.86 Hz 1.41 Vrms 1% of reading 2% digits 0.05% between 1 and 2000 F -10 to + 50 C 450 x 350 x 250 mm approx. 9.5 kg

Typical Alstom Grid customers


Power utilities Consultant companies Service and maintenance companies

Loading capacitance Measuring frequency Measuring voltage Error Resolution Temperature range Dimensions Weight

Accessories supplied with every meter


Clamp-on current transformer (100 mm opening) Voltage clips with 1 m cable and connector 1 carrying strap for display unit 1 suspension strap for generator unit Instruction manual Battery charger 230VAC/18VDC 50/60 Hz

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